Imitation (Korean Drama)

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Drama: Imitation
Revised romanization: Imitation
Hangul: 이미테이션
Director: Han Hyun-Hee
Writer: Park Kyung-Ran (webcomic), Choi Sun-Young, Kim Min-Jung
Network: KBS2
Episodes: 12
Release Date: May 7 - July 23, 2021
Runtime: Friday 23:20
Language: Korean
Country: South Korea

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki Staff ©

Ma-Ha (Jung Ji-So) is a member of girl group Teaparty. The other members are Ri-A (Minseo) and Hyun-Ji (Lim Na-Young). Since their debut, they haven't achieved much success. Ma-Ha has received some attention due to her resemblance to popular singer Ri-Ma (Park Ji-Yeon).

Teaparty then takes part in a reality TV program, involving popular idol groups participating in sporting events. Ma-ha wants to catch the attention of viewers. Meanwhile, Kwon Ryeok (Lee Jun-Young) is member of popular boy band Shax. He is well liked and is good at singing, dancing, and acting. He is also focused on maintaining his success. He doesn't like Ma-Ha, who imitates the appearance of popular singer Ri-Ma. During the TV program, Hyeok (Jong Ho) from boy band Shax gets injured due to Ma-Ha. Kwon Ryeok bursts out with anger at Ma-Ha. She also receives hate from other people. Ma-Ha doesn't want to see Kwon Ryeok anymore, but they cross paths on TV programs and while performing in a drama series.

Notes

Based on webcomic "Imitation" by Park Kyung-Ran (published from September 30, 2014 to April 15, 2020) via page.kakao.com).

Cast



Lee Jun-Young	Jung Ji-So	Park Ji-Yeon	Yun Ho
Kwon Ryeok	Lee Ma-Ha	La Ri-Ma	Lee Yoo-Jin

Shax



Yu Ri	An Jung-Hoon	Hwi Young	Jong Ho	Kang Chan-Hee
Do-Jin	Jae-Woo	Yi-Hyun	Hyeok	Eun-Jo

Tea Party



Lim Na-Young	Minseo
Sim Hyun-Ji	Yoo Ri-A

Sparkling



Lee Su-Woong	Seong Hwa	San
Hyun-O	Se-Young	Min-Soo

JH Entertainment

Danny Ahn

Ji-Hak

NOG Entertainment



Oh Hee-Joon	Kong Jung-Hwan	Lee Tae-Hyeong
Manager Dae-Kwon	CEO Park Jin-Man	General Manager Kim

Omega Entertainment



Nam Jung-Woo	Yeon Si-Woo	Jang Won-Young
Manger Go Ba-Wi	Annie	CEO (ep.1,6)

Music Holic Entertainment



Shin Soo-Ho	Kim Jae-Il	Jo Mo-Se
Manager Tae-Geun	CEO	staff (ep.1)

Queen Entertainment



Lee Han-Bum	Ko Tae-Hui	Lee Ji-Yoon	Lee Chae-Hyun
CEO Hwang Yong-Tae	girl group trainee	girl group trainee	girl group trainee

Music Industry Group



Cho Jung-Chi	Joo Young-Hoon	Kim Ji-Sook	Song In-Seob	Jun Ji-Su
Ha-Seok "Ammonites"	F Reze	Stylisy Eun-Jin	assistant director (ep.1)	La Ri-Ma's assistant (ep.2,4)



Lee Se-Wook	Jeon Go-Eun	Shim Yu-Seung	Yoo Yong	Hong Ru-Hyun
Idols on Air director (ep.2)	Idols on Air staff (ep.2)	Music Arena director (ep.4)	YMSA staff (ep.9)	YMSA staff (ep.9)



Park Sun-Young	Jo Woo-Jong	Park Jung-Eon	Choi Sol-Hee	Ma Jung-Pil
YMSA staff (ep.9)	YMSA host (ep.10)	MML Festival committee chairwoman (ep.11)	MML Festival committee member (ep.11)	MML Festival committee member (ep.11)



Kim Shin-Yul	Kang Hak-Soo
agency CEO (ep.11)	MML Festival producer (ep.12)

Shax Fan Club



Lee Hwi-Seo	Choi So-Yoon	Jung Yoo-Na
Shax fan club member	So-Yoon	Shax fan club member

Fact Check



Shim Eun-Jin	Choi Ki-Sub
Reporter Byun Jung-Hee	Reporter Nam Joo-Tae

Cafe H

Kim So-Hee

Min-Sung

Others



Yoon Jeong-Seob	Sung Hyuk	Kim Dong-Yun	Cha Seung-Min	Son Dong-Soo
movie filming staff	best new actor nominee (ep.1)	best new actor nominee (ep.1)	actor (ep.1)	PD (ep.2)



Park Kyung-Rim	Park Jeong-Min	Shim Hye-Rim	Park Se-Ryeon	Shin In-A
Current Affairs and People host (ep.2)	CEO Park Jin-Man's friend (ep.3)	Sung A-Young (ep.4)	trainee (ep.4)	actress (ep.4-5)



Lim Jung-Min	Shim Hyun-Ji	Kim Yoon-Seol	Bae Kyung-Min	Lee Ji-Young
actor (ep.5)	Tea Party fan (ep.5)	Tea Party fan (ep.5)	convenience store cashier (ep.5)	cellphone store employee (ep.6)



Yum Hae-In	Yoon Sung-Won	Seo Ji-Hoon	Jun Joon-Woo	Yun Yoo-Sun
Kim Ji-Min (ep.7-8)	sitcom director (ep.7-8)	Yoon Bin (ep.8)	variety show staff (ep.9)	Lee Ma-Ha's mother (ep.10)

Chu Jung-Hoon

cart bar troublemaker (ep.10)

Additional Cast Members:

Kim In-Sun - actress
Baek So-Hyun

Trailers

Episode Ratings

Date	Episode	AGB
Date	Episode	Nationwide	Seoul
2021-05-07	1	1.0%	NR
2021-05-07	1	0.9%	NR
2021-05-14	2	0.8%	NR
2021-05-14	2	1.1%	NR
2021-05-21	3	0.8%	NR
2021-05-21	3	0.8%	NR
2021-05-28	4	1.0%	NR
2021-05-28	4	1.7%	NR
2021-06-04	5	1.1%	NR
2021-06-04	5	0.8%	NR
2021-06-11	6	0.7%	NR
2021-06-11	6	0.4%	NR
2021-06-18	7	0.6%	NR
2021-06-18	7	0.9%	NR
2021-06-25	8	1.3%	NR
2021-06-25	8	1.1%	NR
2021-07-02	9	1.0%	NR
2021-07-09	10	1.0%	NR
2021-07-16	11	1.2%	NR
2021-07-23	12	1.2%	NR

Source: AGB Nielson

NR denotes not ranked within the Top 20 TV programs (including news, sports, variety, etc.) for that day according to AGB Nielson.

Comments

random imitation comment Aug 14 2022 4:43 pm this drama is a "so-so" because of a lot of aspects. actually when i heard about this drama and the characters being portrayed by idols, i had high expectations since their experiences and points will clearly help them give justice to the roles however, the mere fact that they are idols maybe made the execution of the story (dialogues, acting, overall emotion, etc.) seem lacking. i hope they had acting lessons prior to the filming so they can use their advantages in knowing the field of their respective characters better.

i love how unique the storyline is and i think it is meant to open the eyes of the audience about the reality of the entertainment industry in korea. from the first few scenes and episodes, we can see a realistic approach (SPOILER AHEAD! when maha and ryeok were walking with significant distance when her manager left her at the shooting of his drama). that scene shows how idols are very careful in interacting with the opposite sex. it was shown that the characters were taking extra measures to avoid issues arising however in the next episode (SPOILER AHEAD! when maha returned ryeok's padded jacket after a pre-recording of a variety show with a lot of fans within vicinity in a broad daylight), the characters were completely negligent hence ryeok's fans managed to see them. these "minor" inconsistencies affects the goal of the drama to be viewed as realistic.

the show also has many characters (which i love!) since i guess they wanted to showcase different personalities and etc. but realistically speaking, the duration of the drama is very limited hence not everyone will be given a "spotlight" hence some characters became unnecessary and some side stories were not given justice. SPOILER AHEAD! an example is yunho and nayoung's love story. i understand that they wanted to show a happy ending for the other leads but the huge gaps and lapses were very obvious. SPOILER AHEAD! specific scene is where yunho is initially in love with maha then at the last episodes maha revealed that yunho suddenly confessed to her and admitted that he loved her but apparently he loves nayoung's character now. it seems okay at forst but i remebered the scene where yunho obviously called nayoung's character to checkup on maha upon tea party's contract scandal popped. if he likes nayoung that time, why would he ask for maha first like it does not make that sense. point is, the forced side stories were not given much detailed review prior to release hence it messed up.

another point is how the delivery of the goal of the drama is received by the audiences or if they managed to understand the message of the show. i saw a discussion forum about this drama where people felt bad in being fans because they feel like they indirectly feed off and support the injustices of the system in kpop. i saw some people also mention how they are concerned with patronizing contents of their idols because of the fear that they experience the same. i understand that this is not the goal of the show however we cannot control how the audience receives and interprets its message.

all in all, i admire the dedication of the people behind this series. i actually watched this because i love kpop too! i like this drama though i admit there are quite few things to improve but th is definitely deserves a shot :))

J Jul 13 2022 1:53 pm This drama made me understand so much more about the lives of kpop idols, there’s so much more going on behind what we see on our screen. It’s so sad that once they’ve chosen this path, there’s no going back to living a normal life, all their privacy will become the public’s concerns. Even dating somehow feels like a crime to them, I really hope that dating between kpop idols will be normalized in the near future.

sya Jul 13 2022 5:34 am I watched 7 episodes and I really cant stand the female lead, Ma-Ha. She's so naive, being an idol is her dream but she's not ready for it, she acts so innocent like she didn't know anything or any rules about being an idol where she has to keep distance from male idol, but she just repeating her mistakes. It's so selfish when she keeps ruining her group and other 2 members because of her mistakes. Like come on, the two other members also have a same dream to be an idol but Ma-Ha is just meh..... so naive, dumb, not thoughtful

K May 12 2022 3:28 am This drama.. I always afraid to watch it n now finally watched it till d end.. And as i expected.. It really u hit me hard on being a fangirl in real life.. Made me wonder why did i, spend all my time n money for them.. They never think about their fans anyway.. Woah..

SERA Mar 10 2022 7:10 am I hope there will be a season 2 release for this drama

Mercy Mar 10 2022 2:06 am "Imitation " That I can cry so seriously as if it's a real life things in fact this movie gave me a deep meaning the episodes not long but passed the message. I really wish tea party and shax could create a group in real life I love the actor and actress a jung ji seo voice is exceptional... Whenever I listen to Constellation tears just flow down my face the song is so inspiring tea party song "show me" is great sparkling group too is great... No much villain in it all band came together to sing this great song Constellation this movie is the best it makes me understand what Idols go through that I'm so happy for BTS... It encourages me too to move on that I can be who I want to be. "I can't be compared, I can't be replaced I have my own starlight" From the song constellation thanks for this movie. I wish to become a star someday

Bidemialex Dec 19 2021 12:50 am Wow, this movie is soooo much interesting. For a Nigerian, I have always love to watch Korean movie cos of their storyline, plot, and great acting. The stories of their movies are mostly realistic. As for imitation, geezzz, I love it. I love the lead male actor,. He really tried his best to bring out the character, I eventually went to search about him on Google. On a serious note, this should not have gotten a low rating because it despict Hopye is that, courageous, respect and above all strive to never give up.

But a little thing that baffled me, if the way the fans do have problem whenever their idols are in a relationship is how this film revealed it, then a solutions to must be done about that. Anyways I love this film and I hope the song constellation can be debuted by shax in real life.

desiree Dec 14 2021 4:41 pm I think UKISS Jun is actually not that good actor, romance is just not his genre. Whenever he did that little smile in this show it seemed so threatening and not cute and fluffy at all. And when he's not smiling and making that cold face he honestly looks really aggressive. He could definitely play a psychopath or some sort of scary role, I definitely see a lot of potential for him in thriller movies/shows.

awkhawvelhianhriase Dec 11 2021 1:22 am So Good!!! I love the lead female

L Dec 10 2021 12:24 am idk.... it's not bad... But it's not good... it's entertaining though so there's that

Joy Dec 05 2021 12:51 pm While watching this drama I had a feeling it would be rated low..I came here and yes it’s actually rated low. The reasons why I had that feeling was cos of the acting. Great storyline…very realistic and tackles issues with korean fans and their idols but the actors didn’t really do justice to it. First time I would watch a Korean drama and complain about the acting. I could tell they were acting and I didn’t like that. It’s such a realistic and touching topic but execution from the leads was quite poor. They tried though but they could have done better. Looking forward to the leads other dramas hope they improve on their acting. Will support them?

Anu Dec 04 2021 3:47 am I really love these series

Naa korkoi Nov 24 2021 8:17 pm Had this drama the day it's started to air but didn't have the courage to watch until recently and must say it's a lovely drama .its gives you an idea of what these idols go through.just don't understand why is a big deal for them to date and why people that is their fans makes a bug deal out of it but any which way I Lovvveee it.fighting

kea ri Oct 13 2021 10:23 pm I am in love with the female lead Lee Maha (Jung Jiso), I love her vocals, she is a great singer she should sing an ost for others drama too. Fighting

Halu Sep 13 2021 3:58 am There is one reason why I don't want to watch dramas till the end. I'm afraid that I will feel empty after the drama is done. And I took the risk to watch this drama till the end, because it's really worth it. I started to watch this drama without any expectation, I just pick this drama randomly to be watched while eating. I don't even know about the latest Kpop idol because I stopped following Kpop since the 2nd generation. And this drama turns out to be one of my fav and I don't mind to rewatch it again and again. The story is kinda light because of the cuteness of the characters here, but the whole story is meaningful and deep. When I watched it, I can feel "hope" that they're trying to deliver to us. The songs are dope, too, even for me who doesn't know about latest Kpop's songs. Especially 별자리, this song deserves more recognition. Tea Party, Shax, La Lima, and Sparkling. I know that you are just a fictional groups but I hope that I can see you guys again. Whether in another drama or on the stage. Thank you so much for this beautiful drama. It really helps me to get through hard times lately.

Oppa Aug 18 2021 5:34 pm This drama is dope.

I hope this drama will teach us lessons that we should be kind and respectful to all groups or celebrities out there. Just like BTS, before they became what they are now, they used to be unknown group like this.

tina Aug 15 2021 2:58 pm Don't be discouraged by low ratings, this is a lovely drama, one of a kind with excellent performances and some cute couples. Applauding to the writers, cast, direction! Thank you!!!

Re Aug 14 2021 1:15 am So beautiful ❤️

atiqaaa_woo Aug 13 2021 7:37 am I really love this drama cause it's really giving awareness to the fans out there that no matter what the idols still just a human.. They need some privacy, relationship, and many more..^^ I hope more people will enjoy this drama^^

Seung ho stan Aug 09 2021 1:43 pm Really loved it,hope idol fans stop being obsessive about their idols

Pink Aug 06 2021 8:26 am Watch it guys! Just ignore the ratings and you won't regret it. Lee Ma Ha Saranghaeyo unnie❤. And La Ri Ma the Best Sunbae❤

La rima Jul 31 2021 3:19 pm This drama really good and very heart warming. Love the chemistry between female and male lead

Aiah Jul 26 2021 11:56 am This drama shows how kpop groups journey now. Since this is from web comic maybe I think the author wanted viewers/readers or fans to be open minded to people who works in entertainment industry. They just don't need a fandom they also need to be respected and have some privacy after all they also a human being. If you don't like the way they speak, act, dance or just they appearance don't say anything just keep it to urself..

n.0ttsya Jul 24 2021 3:35 am Episode 12 for me the best among the other episodes part in the MML Festival the song that made me cry the constellation song the saddest song I was very impressed with the song. For me this show, they want to show against the hardships of everyone especially to the trainees and small artists. I hope more people normalize dating artists like ordinary people out there.I love all the songs produced by this drama.

Fehintola Olawole Jul 23 2021 7:36 pm Amazing series. Love from Nigeria

M Jul 23 2021 11:31 am Episode 12 for me is the best and really heartwarming. I hope it gets well on ratings. I just wished that the other characters were given more moments in the past episodes but it doesn't matter anymore. I am just too happy that all of my ships sailed.

For me, this show would like to open the eyes and minds of all people to the hardships of each and everyone especially to the trainees and small artists. From trainings, failures, malfunctions and even dating. I hope more people would normalise idols who are dating just like regular people . :) Love all the tracks this drama produced esp the last one.

Nicole Jul 23 2021 11:16 am Pleasantly surprised by this drama!! Enjoyed watching it and journeying with the different characters as they pursued their idol dreams. Easy to watch with great music. Most of all, loved the ending!!! Awesome performance from everyone and each Character got the ending they deserved. Hope there’s still season 2!!

Yssa. Jul 23 2021 10:40 am Hope the last ep deserve Good Rating??

Multifandom Girl Jul 17 2021 8:46 am Next fri is the last ep...

Abiola Jul 16 2021 6:35 pm La ri ma is absolutely the best. I can't believe she's actually helping Maha.

claire Jul 13 2021 3:20 am I absolutely love this k-drama, and episode 10 is out of this world with the show at the beginning of the episode. The actors/singers/dancers are simply fantastic. Special kudos to Hwi Young and Minseo, because their synergy is charming, sexy and thoroughly enjoyable. The three other duos are also fantastic. Can't stop watching them ❤️ Thanks for a real treat. May the very best happen to each one of them!

kdramafan Jul 10 2021 2:59 pm those ratings are good for cable companies but kbs2 is not cable or do they started a cable company???? i dont live in korea so i dont know just curious

Keimi Jul 09 2021 1:00 pm Maha & Yujin perform is so good

marshamllow Jul 07 2021 1:18 pm istg they better give ria and leehyun an ending they deserve.. or give us a real song collab since both actors are amazing artists

Cherry Jul 06 2021 9:18 pm Why do drama make Chan Hee’s stories very mysterious and odd? It’s like he repeatedly does the same role so it’s boring.. we need refreshing roles for him since his acting is worth it!!

Noob Jul 05 2021 9:11 am But I love Maha alot and wish her the best, She is the cutest

haha Jun 29 2021 9:12 am Why does Chani's role always the mysterious one, you need to understand his story in order to understand the drama.

Nisa Jun 29 2021 6:31 am What happen with the ratings ? this is the best korean drama .

Moe Jun 27 2021 5:47 am Maha really need to change her makeup artist and hair stylist Her hair extension is really bad and also her eyebrows ?

Our C&D couple need to develop too ❤️

Kpop Jun 26 2021 6:56 am Watching and supporting for ATEEZ ?

Onoooo Jun 25 2021 11:08 am Jung Jiso a good singer...omg

Alphonse Elric Jun 21 2021 6:55 pm A decent drama but I feel like the plot is moving unexpectedly fast (Romance between male and female lead feels the same as The King: Eternal Monarch). Started watching it's the first drama where Yunho is part of the main cast but now I'm rooting for C&D couple (LeeHyun & Ri-A) because Ri-A seems to know her worth and I am absolutely living for that. I saw somewhere that Yujin (Yunho's character) has stalker-ish vibes and extremely creepy so maybe that affected my view towards Yujin so not entirely a fan of the main cast :P So... Lee Hyun and Ri-A supremacy :]

Eszen A. Vallente Jun 20 2021 9:43 am . ..nice drama.i like the story and most of all the female and male lead.the drama was naturally romantic.the 12episodes.it would be nice if there is season 2

May Jun 20 2021 7:42 am I'm really sorry but at this point im watching solely for Ateez and the other side characters. I find the main characters kind of unnatural and forced both acting wise and in their relationship together. I'm really looking forward to development between C&D couple instead (Hwi-young and Lia)

Noren Jun 20 2021 5:35 am This drama is fun to watch tho! Especially from ep 4th onwards. I keep smiling & laughing throughout the episodes. My fave ship is YiHyun & Ria~ Their love line is veryyy cute. Might as well becoming a Hwi Young fan after this. Minseo is pretty & talented as well. Anyway, if you love Kpop + enjoy stanning idols, this drama is kinda relatable, light & entertaining to watch. Its not the best, but still good. Imitation, hwaiting!!!

Chani fans Jun 20 2021 5:33 am I really want to see Maha and Eunjo scene.

Riyah Khan Jun 20 2021 5:03 am I'm in love with this show, hope there will be more than 12 episodes and more seasons

Lili Jun 19 2021 11:16 pm Why is the ratings so low its the best k drama

Heina Jun 19 2021 3:26 am I'm so excited for C&D couple (Ri-A and Yi-Hyun), don't lose hope, we still have 5 episodes left for them >< though I feel bad for Yoo-jin, I hope they don't write him suddenly liking Hyun-ji, it'd feel like she'd end up as rebound. It'd be nice if a development occured between the two first, if ever they were to end up together.

Katherine Castro Jun 19 2021 1:12 am I love this Korean total package inspiring show please strive more we believe in you guys to promote high ratings, more power to the whole team success!

Grace George Jun 19 2021 12:18 am One of the best drama this year !! Superb acting and the actors too ?commendable ! It must be on the top charts . And it must recieve the recognition , loving the drama so much

Sing hniang pari Jun 18 2021 10:54 pm Lee Maha I Love You

M Jun 18 2021 10:06 am I like this show and characters but I am quite uncomfortable for Maha in her hairstyle. She's pretty but I am really bothered with her hairstyle. I appreciate that she wore earrings on ep7 but I hope they glamed her up.

I really got excited about Ryoc and Maha's interaction but I am more excited with Yi-Hyun and Ri-a. (Couple C and D)

LR Jun 18 2021 1:53 am Fighting, Team Imitation! A lot of us love the drama and casts!♥

Cha Jun 17 2021 9:26 pm But I love the FL she is so cute, I watch because of her

Eme alh Jun 17 2021 6:28 am I used to see the ratings of every drama before watching it. But I am so glad I didn't see the rating this time and I started watching this drama straight. Actually I started watching this drama because of Ateez but I loved loved how it portrayed the imperfections of the idol life in Korea. It's like showing behind the scenes, it felt illegal. It is like a slap in the face for people who believe that everything is perfect in the kpop industry. I was amazed by how they showed the long training years, the bad relationship between the band members even though they are stuck together around 24/7, the public relations between the idols, and most importantly the saesangs and ETC. I can't see the kpop like I used to before watching this drama. The industry is good at hiding things. There is a very deep world behind the cameras. I wished that they showed two episodes per week instead of one only :(!

Sioi dah Jun 16 2021 3:41 am No matter what other people say. I love this drama not only me alot of I kniw that alot of people love it too.

SYA Jun 16 2021 3:16 am I love this drama so much :D

Cha Jun 15 2021 5:12 am I'm tired seeing the viewers blamed people who didn't watch. Just bcoz this is idol-life drama so people should watch? Come on, not all K-drama fans have interest on idol theme drama. This era is already different with Dream High era. Yeah the drama is fresh compared to dark theme dramas nowdays, but I can't deny the changed they did on Imitation / copycat issue is a disappointment. The drama has not conveyed the real meaning of Imitation its creator intended. Ik this is a youth drama about dream n passion, but the title is Imitation for a reason, they should pay more attention to this issue. Rather than imitation or copycat, what FL did in drama is more to dance cover. The drama did poor thing on this crucial part.

Yeoroso Jun 14 2021 9:11 pm I feel bad for the people who didn't watch Imitation..

seol Jun 14 2021 7:49 pm Unlike the previous comment, I really love Jung Ji-so's acting here. She portrayed the awkward and shy Ma-ha perfectly as in the webtoon. And Danny is just gold. He really suits any role.

Drama Jun 14 2021 6:18 pm This drama should be a webdrama with the acting skill and the plot .. i like jung jiso acting in DAYS, but she look awkward here.. most of the boys can't act, nayou g should stop acting asap

Iris Jun 14 2021 12:05 pm Woah the rating is a whole new record ._. even though it's a good show??

Jil Jun 14 2021 6:05 am I just love the cast. Love them all but most specially Yun Ho

R.A Jun 13 2021 11:23 pm I saw the interview of this drama just today and Jun(ryok) said about the emotional sence in EP 12?? is it mean that they don't have such a this sence until that ep???

Gei Jun 13 2021 10:47 pm I love this drama so much…can’t wait for the next episode! Fighting everyone…

Silfai duri Jun 13 2021 12:25 pm Maha is so beautiful without the bangs and I want her to have shorthair

VR Jun 13 2021 9:45 am Ma ha is beautiful , but they make her appearance awkward with her wig. They should make it more natural . Doom at your service , she look beautiful even as a dying patient.

Gummy Jun 12 2021 3:41 am Wow this is beyond my expectation! This reminds me of Dream High.

zue Jun 12 2021 2:38 am ngl i love their acting keep goingg !!

AJ Jun 12 2021 1:47 am Love this drama. Lee Jun-Young is my new favorite actor. Seeing all these articles saying that this drama has the lowest rating in all broadcasting history, I was thinking that's not fair for this drama... Don't judge this drama based on these articles. Must watch drama of 2021 as K-drama or K Pop fan. Completed episode 6 and waiting for 7 till next week is the pain.....

KBS needs to get this cast at least for a variety show to spread the word about this drama...

Goldie Jun 12 2021 12:20 am I love this show so much!!! Can’t wait for new episodes

bj Jun 11 2021 11:27 pm well,..its good..cant wait for the next episodes.... kwon ryoc acting is... he nailed it, also ma ha..

atinytiny Jun 11 2021 6:59 pm tell me drama that the male lead isnt annoying,possesive like kwon ryoc (he even cant concentrate his work bcs maha and got accident)

Nonnii Jun 07 2021 11:09 am I’m really surprised with Jongho’s acting in here! It doesn’t look like his first time~ very natural and his character is so cute!! ㅠㅠ I wish ATEEZ all the best~! The drama is getting better with each episode! But i hope that the plot develops faster like whats the story with Eunjo & Annie, they were mentioned in the first ep then thats it D:

Peyt Casilan Jun 07 2021 5:52 am I didn't really expect to like Imitation this much. I'm currently watching 10 ongoing kdramas right now and this one became my no. 1 fav♥️ couldn't wait to see how the story will unfold!!

Jee Jun 06 2021 10:10 pm 5 episodes got over, but nothing mentioned in the plot synopsis happened. I don't think the drama's taking that plot.

Juyshiii_08 Jun 04 2021 5:46 am I really like how Kwon Ryok is frankly and rude to Maha and I also can't wait about lots of backstory behind everyone of them specially Eun-jo, Annie around of applause for Lee Jun-Yeong, Jung Ji-soo and every casts and crews!! I can't wait for Chani's scenes!!!

captain hook May 30 2021 12:16 pm 3 months for 12 eps of drama is super long time.. -_-

Erin May 29 2021 12:11 pm I seriously can't get enough of this drama, why does it only air of Fridays!

Keisy Dilma May 24 2021 5:54 am The lead actress is so beautiful and cute!!!

orangegirl May 23 2021 11:31 pm This should be aired twice a week! Good plot and actors so far! Cant wait for ep4!

Fighting~

Keisu hi May 23 2021 9:11 pm Lee Maha look good with the short hair.

Esther May 23 2021 4:18 pm A very refreshing drama, love it, love the cast too. Can't wait for the next episode

Tea Bag May 23 2021 10:09 am I just love everything in this drama and how they have official songs of the groups and even have their own personal accounts in twitter and so on, so surprising xD Great acting to all actors especially to the rookie actors. As a Kpop Fan, I love watching this getting more familiar to the back sides of Kpop Idol life. Fighting!!

Sf9 May 23 2021 9:52 am The drama rating is somewhat low I think they need more views but the drama is good tho it is really reflecting on how idols on their past life and trainee days I hope the drama will boom!

Shevs May 23 2021 9:51 am What's with Ma ha's hair? Looks like a wig and its so bothering while watching it.. Thankfully there's so much idol on this series..

Hrilh sure May 23 2021 1:36 am I love Lee Maha so much!!!!

Kimaray May 22 2021 10:20 pm Hmm... Yeah it's still on early eps. Idk, I just lost the feeling. The good changes they made are some events are relate to KPop current situation. they going cliché way that forced the characters changes just to fit them with the cliche plot. I thought the drama will enlighten the title, Imitation, but it's just like that. The loveline webtoon version is cringe but its more cringe in the drama. I personally think the drama author should have developed the original story, digging deeper into some of the parts that the webtoon lacked.

Cat May 22 2021 9:13 am This is a great drama. The story is so good. At least by watching it I could see how those Kpop idols went through all the hardships before they became popular. Don’t understand why it’s so underrated.

jamela25_05 May 22 2021 6:44 am I really love this show

Amna May 21 2021 9:11 am I am liking this drama! Can't wait for the next episodes.Just came here to again check the timingsof this drama ...wish it was twice a week.

I'm loving it May 21 2021 1:02 am This drama is so good u should believe me !!!! It's so refreshing to watch and it make me curious about how the story would go. know the drama will only air once a week make me sad because i'm not sure to be patience while waiting for it :(

K.halmi May 17 2021 8:02 pm Wow... What a drama! KPOP Idols from 1st to 4th generation all gathering together here!!! I loved the first two episodes. Can't wait for the next episodes. It really portraits the real KPOP & how it's changing. As an old Kpoper I'm really loving it. I also really love to see my old biases here.

RAKW May 17 2021 7:41 pm I really like the plot angle of this story. Vaguely similar as to what has happened to the K-pop group, "Brave Girls". It seems that everyone involved in this drama are trying their best. I hope it stays as entertaining as the first two episodes.

Dil ruka May 16 2021 1:53 pm I really love Maha, Jung Jiso really fit for the role.

Kissme grandma May 15 2021 2:37 pm Ha when Kwon Ryuk won for his acting in that drama. I was like wow art imitates real life because Jun from UKISS who plays him actually won new actor award in 2018. This is going to be good I can’t wait for episode 3 I love all the idols from 1st to 4th generations being in this drama

grrrr May 15 2021 2:42 am another sad story of musical drama for Jiyeon after been left by JB in dream high 2. Here seems like she had a crush on Jun but yeah the writer will not give her a chance after all.

mill May 14 2021 3:08 pm this drama is so good! I just watch episode 1 and 2, and now I can't wait for the next episode:) Imitation fighting!!

Ginger May 13 2021 10:24 am No matter how the drama rating is low or high, I'm gonna stay with Imitation. Thank You

Chaeyoung May 12 2021 6:54 am Idc about the rating, for me this drama has very good story about how the trainees out there who's been waiting for their debut and their obstacle in become an idol

Woot woot May 12 2021 3:38 am Damn, as a Kpop Fan *slash* KDrama Fan, This is really heaven, From Jiyeon, Jun, Jongho, San Seonghwa, Yuri, Chani, Suwoong, Hwiyoung and San UGHHHHH All great Idols in one drama, I'm loving it

imitation-is the-best-2021-drama May 11 2021 7:02 pm this show is literally the best i really cant wait for more episodes to come i watched the first episode and now i'm hooked i've already watched the first episode 3 times about to be my fourth, just need to wait 3 days for ep 4. it was only the first episode and i felt such a mix of emotions i might have cried a littel to.

Sf9 May 10 2021 5:53 am I love the drama and transparency I wish this drama will hit!

Lh_Eco May 09 2021 3:09 pm this drama airing 1 episode/week, so episode 2 on 14 May 2021

sf9_iheartu May 09 2021 6:38 am im soooo ready to staaan these fictional idol groupss aaaaaaaaaaaa :>

Jungle_Fish May 09 2021 6:15 am Can't wait for ep 2.. just liked it how they depicted the idol who's struggling to debut and to get success esp female idol.. Jung ji so just beautiful and her acting is so great

Parasite May 09 2021 6:00 am I was crying from the 1st Eps. And Jung Ji So is great actress. Fighting to her!

SERA May 08 2021 3:16 pm why did the drama's rating drop in episode 1 :(

Mark B May 08 2021 7:15 am So many idols from this drama Ateez, SF9, U-Kiss, Park Ji Yeon, Lim Nayoung, and wow singer Minseo is there too.. IT'S A JAMPACK!!!

Lili May 08 2021 12:50 am Wow the casting ateez and sf9 I say no more I love them all

Hairy May 07 2021 10:02 pm OMOoo Ateez and SF9 together. Hope this drama will be great

SERA May 07 2021 7:48 pm I love this drama I've seen it episode 1

JustAPasserby May 06 2021 12:26 pm the heroine seems like a baby version of always youthful Jang Na Ra

Phulo May 04 2021 10:47 pm Can't wait to see Lee Maha cuteness and charming

Marie May 04 2021 2:36 am I can't wait for junyoung! My best boy. I saw him in person when he first debuted as ukiss .back then he was just a baby and now look at him... I feel like a proud parent here. Junyoung is so precious.

Aya May 03 2021 9:50 am Yunho is gonna be huge discovery the boy is just amazing perfect at everything I'm bet on him

Miracula May 02 2021 8:28 am I love ATEEZ so much. Hope the movie will be finished so I can see them on the screen.

Mimi Apr 29 2021 11:10 pm I really hope that someday Ji Yeon will be given the first main role. And i watch this bcz of her

Awlalnu Apr 26 2021 2:54 pm Can't wait to see Jung Ji So And Yun-Ho

Kirahae Apr 25 2021 10:27 pm Wahhh there are a lots of idols there, can't wait for this Drama,, Fightingggg #SF9, #Ateez #Ukiss #BoyRepublic

Woot woot Apr 23 2021 4:40 am I'm happy seeing Jongho's acting debut and I missed Jiyeon ever since Dream High 2 even Jun as former UKISS member and now a soloist in one drama and Jiso which I saw in movie Parasite, she was amazing;-; Cant wait!!! Fightinggg

mary Apr 22 2021 4:24 pm Watching for Junyoung!

moomoo Apr 21 2021 10:49 am I hope this drama turns out to be good.It wood give great exposure to all those involved. The webtoon is very funny and cute, so I hope that translates well on screen. This is kind of a risky move on ateez's part, since if their acting skill is not that good and the drama is not that successful, it would mean bad publicity for them. On the other hand, if the drama is a success and their acting is good, this drama could be exactly what they needed. Don't get me wrong im not hating, i actually support ateez and I'm very excited to see this drama.

nara Apr 21 2021 2:01 am I’m here to support Jiyeon! It’s been a while since she come back as an actress and I can’t wait to see her in this drama! I hope she’ll have a lot of screen time for this drama since build around Lee Maha imitating La Lima, hence the title is imitation.

Sweetie7 Apr 20 2021 11:06 am Hope Jiyeon really have new ost again like on Dream High 2 and please give her happy ending love story wkwkwk

Junnie Apr 20 2021 9:27 am I’m here for Park Jiyeon. She can give justice to her character as La Rima because she is not just visual but she is really a good actor.

Junjung fan from Sarapark Apr 20 2021 6:16 am Can't wait to see Jung Ji So. Hope this drama will be interesting

Jinjing fan from Sarawak Apr 20 2021 3:34 am Can't wait to see Park Ji Yeon. Hope this drama will be interesting.

yubinnie Apr 20 2021 12:01 am If they give fair screentime and fair treatment to sec lead, that will be a good drama. Hope lima get fair screentime. I'm ready to be dealth by lima chrisma.

Deborah Adedeji Apr 14 2021 9:26 pm Can't wait for this drama. I hope it is interesting and the writer is not trying to get away with a good script by putting my favorite boy group in this drama.

Kasil dawni Apr 07 2021 6:01 am I watch May Queen and Dream High 2 at 2012 when i was young and now Jung Ji-So and Jiyeon will be cast together as a main character, This will be so great!!!!!

Yeorobun Apr 06 2021 5:26 am Can't wait to see Lee Maha

Yunho wife Apr 05 2021 5:09 pm Excited for Uri Yunho, Seonghwa, Jongho, San (Ateez) + Hwiyoung and Chani (SF9), Uri maknae Suwoong (BR) + Yuri and Jun ^_^

Hongjoong Apr 02 2021 2:19 pm (atiny not hj) (: I’m so excited for this!! Fighting to the cast, see you all may 7th!

Choi San Mar 29 2021 4:20 am Hi atiny! I’m TOTALLY the real San! (I’m not really, I’m just a fan) I’m so excited for the release!!!! I hope to see you on May 7th!!!!!

mingi's wife(REAL) Mar 26 2021 5:02 pm Actorteez will debut on may 7th, i can't wait to see them acting on screen!!

Dee Mar 25 2021 9:07 pm Drama will air on 7th of May, can't wait to watch it

Lydia Benn Mar 19 2021 2:51 pm Omg i just finished reading the webtoon... can’t wait to watch the drama. ??

zuzu Mar 18 2021 4:36 am hope this drama will be getting hit and bigger..

A tiny Mar 17 2021 9:00 pm It will air in may. I can't wait. It's been a long time watching idol life kdrama. The actor and actress also bop

Rohlui ka nia Mar 16 2021 3:42 am I can smell Dream High 3!!!!!

Stiff Mar 15 2021 6:32 pm Excited for this coz this will show the lives of idols in pursuing their dreams in music and in other fields. I love series that involves in the entertainment industry ( anchors, actress/actors). And the last time I watched a kind of similar vibe with this show was with Kong Hyo Jin's "The Greatest Love".

Doki Mar 14 2021 11:00 am Soooo excited for this drama! Love the series (go read it on tappytoon or tapas guys!) it's been a while since I've seen Ji-yeon act and cave wait to see how Jun plays the character Ryok. Not to forget the boys if a-teez! Wow this is a drama to look out for!

Nunpuia Mar 11 2021 12:07 am I can’t wait any longer ... I wanna see Park Jiyeon ASAP

Kpop_Overload Mar 05 2021 1:13 pm I can not wait for this to release!!! I am so happy that san, seonghwa, jongho and yunho are in a drama!!!!!

anna kendrick Mar 03 2021 1:55 pm Omg, i am such a huge fan of Choi San. he is so charming and gorgeous and i am so excited for him to make his acting debut. I hope i get the chance to act with him one day.

Pj Feb 24 2021 4:24 pm I'm so excited to see Seonghwa, Yunho San and Jongho in the acting world!!! i love all the boys but i'm most excited to see Jongho act since he said he wanted to be an actor so seeing him get to live that dream is so amazing!!

Tash Feb 19 2021 11:52 pm Yunho second lead syndrome on the way

Dee Feb 19 2021 11:52 pm I'm going to this for Ateez ,so excited!!!

Graziella Feb 19 2021 8:31 pm Waaahhhh...hoping this drama adaptation is good...because imitation is one of my favorite manhwa...

Donut Feb 17 2021 12:43 pm watched U-KISS JUN in Please dont Date Him, Class of Lies and Avengers Social Club with a very different characters and he slayed all of it!!! Highly recommend everyone to watch his drama, he is an amazing actor. Also i cant wait to see all these idols, actors and actresses work together!! Fighting!!

jaeyoonfantasy Feb 17 2021 10:29 am ATEEZ AND SF9 ON SAME SCREEN? OMG I'M SO EXCITEDDD

fai Feb 17 2021 4:27 am jun and ateez???? afadhswjajjw can't wait!!

Fangod Feb 13 2021 3:26 am Can't wait to watch Danny ahjussi and Chani??

TheUnit Fan Feb 11 2021 9:47 am Jun and suwoong reunion ♥️

SEONGHWA'S WIFEU Feb 07 2021 2:35 am Some cast aren't included in here. Seonghwa, Yunho, San and Jongho of ATEEZ aren't listed on the cast!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! argh

atiny Feb 05 2021 8:12 pm yunho, jongho, seonghwa and san, fighting!! cant wait to see y’all act. im so proud of yall and yunho as one of the lead actors omg im so excited! atiny will always be here for yall

Mar Feb 04 2021 5:15 pm Can't wait to watch this for Junyoung!!

cutiepie ! Feb 04 2021 6:29 am i hope im not the only one here who really waiting for lee junyoung, he's so damn underrated so i hope ppl start recognize him through this drama!

Lowrie Jan 30 2021 6:17 pm I hope this can come out soon?

Awi ka rei Jan 29 2021 6:17 am Finally Jong Ji-So as a lead actress (romance). I'm gonna look forward to her

xuxicakes Jan 25 2021 3:32 am Thought Jiyeon's going to be the lead..... I was fooled.....?

Addylin Virreal Jan 15 2021 7:05 am Hi! I ult ateez (Yunho is in ateez) but I will pay more attention to the other cast members! I have a question, will this be on netflix?

firstverse Jan 15 2021 4:01 am I'm excited again to see Lee Jun young in a drama. I watched all his drama. He's very talented an all-around artist. Good luck Lee Jun young!!!

Jinni Jan 10 2021 9:04 am I'm excited to see Lee Jun Young as an idol in a drama Yay!!

Nini Jan 10 2021 9:02 am Can't wait for Lee Jun Young.pls support him as much as you can.Hes very talented but underrated indeed:( i hope he can sing and act and show the best of himself.Fighthing*-* btw you can watch him acting In please don't date him, it's not finished yet tho;)

Let's Winwin Jan 07 2021 12:25 am Can't wait for this really love lee junyoung's acting. Watched every drama of him you can say i'm a fan. Yes a new lead role again.

Shilpa Jan 06 2021 9:59 pm Wowwww....this webtoon is my favourite ..... So surprised to hear that this gonna be made into a kdrama wowww

sunshine thao Jan 03 2021 6:48 pm Ateez Fighting!! Satan/ Cute San, Eomma Seonghwa, Puppy Yunho and Our cute maknae Jongho.

atinyss Dec 24 2020 11:20 am damn ateez once debut as actor with 4 members in one drama !!! cant waittt !!! goodluck ateez !!

eli Dec 16 2020 3:21 pm jun has always been a good actor and he’s doing a drama about idols omg y’all get ready to be shook this man is soooooooo talented

White_sugar Dec 06 2020 7:54 am This is drama about idol right and of course about music.. Because thi is on Kbs, hope they will perform at music bank too..Wow, finally Jun & Jiyeon meet up..ukiss T-ara..Jun hyung member was a fan of Jiyeon..you must send a coffee truck bro wkwk

Letty Dec 02 2020 9:42 pm can’t wait for this k-drama. it’s been a long time since i last saw one so hopefully this drama gets me back into k-dramas. so excited for this cast (especially ATEEZ), can’t wait to see their undeniable talents on screen.

ATEEZ Fighting! ?

Rose Nov 25 2020 2:55 am Lee jun young is coming. waiting for this drama. so excited.....

bry Nov 19 2020 7:45 pm omg! jiyeon in a drama!!! i hope she gets a break in her acting, i want to see her in a drama!!! i've been a fan since her t-ara days!!

anonatiny Nov 13 2020 7:03 am half of ateez debuting as actors after barely two years. so proud TT

Miraiiee Nov 12 2020 12:56 pm I'm not a drama lover generally, but I swear this will be a very good drama! The actors are talented! And as an ATINY, I knew my boys will did the best! They will probably help the new actors tho. UWU im so proud of them!

NGS Nov 02 2020 11:46 am I think I read the comic before haha... cant wait to see Junyoung and Jiyeon :D

CC Oct 26 2020 12:53 am Ateez HoHo bros! I cant wait to see their actings! i am so impatient rn!!

Olive Oct 25 2020 2:14 am I've been reading the webcomic version of this and it's so good! Y'all are gonna love this drama. They couldn't have gotten better actors for it!

Anonymous Oct 23 2020 3:02 pm Ateez fighting! I can’t believe that they will be in a drama, I’m so excited and of course nothing will stop me from watching it

Ateez maniac Oct 23 2020 2:37 am Is it Jongho or Yunho? Anyway, Ateez fighting!!!!

mani Oct 22 2020 7:02 pm oh my yunho ,san....and our makne I can't wait till 2021

Marsie Oct 21 2020 9:40 am Omg yasssss. Will it be aired on kbs world or what? If not where can we watch it?

Chaeyoung Oct 20 2020 4:13 am Arghhh Jun oppaaaa... Can't wait....

Anonymous Oct 20 2020 12:38 am I'm really looking forward to this drama ^_^ one of my favorite band Ateez and SF9 are also on this very drama , hope everything goes well and also to all the people who are cast in the drama. Fighting!!??️

Nasiisnasi Oct 19 2020 5:56 pm Im so excited for this drama bcoz : - Ateez first drama -New Jun drama ( i follow his drama since Avengers club) - HwiChan SF9 ( they are my bias in sf9) - Minseo first drama ( I like her MV is who,please check it out)

I just hope the story is good, idk bout Ateez member acting but if they Going bad Im just gonna enjoy this drama anyway

gddd Oct 19 2020 4:22 am fighting for all young cast especially JJS AND LJY...ML AND FL...

Ateez forever Oct 19 2020 1:25 am Ateez!!! Fightingggg!!!!

Random atiny Oct 19 2020 12:40 am Ateez fighting ! Looking forward to this drama hope this is a bit?✨?✨♥️?

Sf9 love bot Oct 18 2020 5:04 pm Chani and Hwiyoung fighting!

Angella Oct 18 2020 2:32 am Can't wait.... Ateez fighting ♥♥

Nu Gie Oct 17 2020 10:13 pm Seonghwa, Yunho, San, and Jongho! So excited for this dramaaaa!!!?

Sarah Oct 17 2020 9:19 pm I know one day, atleast one member of Ateez will become a actor but 4 members in one drama ?!!! Already in my kdrama watching list❤️

Mimoosa811 Oct 17 2020 7:36 pm I'm surprised Jun accepted to join this kind of drama ! I just hope it's not a soppy one good luck Jun ! And congratulations for the new lead role . Now I have no choice but watch it !!

Tabita Oct 17 2020 5:02 pm Ateez Yun ho, Jong Ho, Seong Hwa, San, le't go! I'm so happy for them and I can't wait to see the drama <3

Ena Oct 17 2020 9:40 am Is this a dream????? ???

R Oct 17 2020 9:31 am I'm only gonna watch it for Park Jiyeon and SF9 hwiyoung & chani

megmeg Oct 17 2020 8:52 am I'm so excited for this to air XXX I'm so proud of my Ateez (｡’▽’｡)♡

maya ¦ atz Oct 17 2020 3:04 am good luck to the casts!!! congratulations to my Ateez boys T_T I'm so proud of you!!!

Ella Oct 17 2020 1:00 am Omg

1004 Oct 16 2020 8:54 pm Waaw what the hell with the casting I'm so excitiiing...

Chani hwiyoung stan Oct 16 2020 8:32 pm Cant wait to see SF9 maknaes in one drama!! Hwiyoung, chani hwaitingg!!!!!

Twitter: yeonstan1nce (follow if you want) Oct 16 2020 10:43 am I first want to express how happy I am for the 4 ATEEZ members who got casted. They deserve the role and personally each of the roles fit well with their personality's. I want to also say how happy I am for Yunho especially since hes playing the second love interest which is really hard for rookie idols to get casted with such a big role.

I'm glad Yunho, Seonghwa, San and Jongho got the roles and I hope they show Korea who they are as a person and as a group :)

Atiny's lets support our boys ♡

Mariem Oct 16 2020 7:24 am As a fan of Jun & Ateez i’m so happy for this..i really can’t imagine them doing drama together! All jun’s drama are sooo good! Yunho, Seonghwa, San & Jongho goodluck!

noor Oct 16 2020 5:12 am i read this manhwa like a few months ago n i prayed for it to become a drama and woah !!! the cast !!! i love it !! though i am sure they wont go with the exact story of the manhwa bcs rlly that cant be covered in 16/20 eps

i am really excited to see how jongho will pull of hyeok's role tho and like if they follow the manhwa then omg everything will be smooth because it was dramatic but not tiresome and it had such perfect endings for everyone and the main couple had the most adorable and wholesome relation i have seen in a while like ryoc x maha was untouchable !!

it was a really wholesome manhwa please do give it a read !!! i expect a lot from this drama.

ohhh! Oct 16 2020 3:07 am a drama full of idol's cant wait to see it...

Atiny Oct 16 2020 2:16 am Park Jiyeon + 4 member of ATEEZ , this will be amazing ?

Here for chani Oct 15 2020 11:20 pm Chani Oppa! Missed you so much since sky castle. Can’t wait to watch this

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